29 Best things to see & do in India’s Golden Triangle

One of India’s most celebrated empires and dynasties, which profoundly shaped the country’s history and culture, while leaving a distinctive and stunning architectural legacy.

A little-visited lakeside summer resort and palace complex that was built in 1772 for the Jat kings of Bharatpur, as a luxurious retreat. Its architecture fuses Mughal and Rajput styles.

Superb and photogenic example of medieval step well architecture, a form once commonly used across Rajasthan and Gujarat states.

A symbol of Mughal military might, this massive, rust-red fort, built by the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1573, is an almost self-contained royal city.

An extraordinary modern temple complex, drawing on traditional religious architecture and design.

One of Rajasthan’s great maharaja fortress-palace complexes, dating back to the 16th century, set amidst a spectacular backdrop of stark hills.

A fascinating, and among the best-preserved palace complex in Rajasthan, set in the heart of Jaipur’s Old City.

An atmospheric ‘ghost city’ that provides a fascinating and unique insight into the Mughal court, and superb example of Mughal planning and architecture.

Completed in 1656 by Emperor Shah Jahan, this is one of India’s largest and most beautiful mosques.

Stunning mausoleum and precursor to the Taj Mahal, with tranquil well-maintained gardens.